Multiple Choice
A terminally ill patient is being visited by his first wife and children. The second wife arrives with her children. The room is crowded and the patient is visibly conflicted with the situation. The wives do not acknowledge each other and the children are making faces across the room. Which of the following should the nurse do?
A) Ask that both families leave since the patient is unable to tolerate any visitors
B) Nothing, since this is between the family members
C) Suggest that the wives visit and then the children visit
D) Ask that both families meet in a conference room to discuss visitation so that the patient does not continue to be upset
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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